Evidence supporting the use of: White Nettle
For the health condition: Hair Care (general)

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

White Nettle (Lamium album), also known as dead-nettle, has a long history of use in traditional herbal medicine across Europe and Asia, including in hair care. Traditionally, infusions or extracts from the aerial parts of the plant have been used as rinses or tonics believed to strengthen hair, reduce scalp irritation, and improve general hair health. Folk remedies often recommend white nettle for combating dandruff and soothing scalp conditions, attributing these benefits to its purported anti-inflammatory and astringent properties.

However, the scientific evidence supporting these uses is limited. There are some laboratory studies showing that white nettle contains bioactive compounds such as flavonoids, tannins, and iridoids, which may have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects. These properties could theoretically benefit scalp health, but direct clinical studies on white nettle’s effectiveness for hair growth, hair loss prevention, or scalp conditions are lacking. Most of the support for its use in hair care remains anecdotal or based on traditional herbalist texts rather than rigorous scientific validation.

In summary, the use of white nettle in hair care is primarily justified by traditional practices rather than strong scientific evidence. While the plant contains compounds with potentially beneficial effects, more research is needed to confirm its efficacy and safety for hair-related applications.

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